NYC mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani (D) says his stance on the phrase “globalize the intifada” has shifted, now discouraging its use after conversations with Jewish leaders who said it evokes memories of terror attacks in Israel. He acknowledged a “gap in intent” between how protesters use the phrase and how many New Yorkers perceive it.
Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist and favorite to replace Mayor Eric Adams, emphasized his commitment to representing all 8.5 million New Yorkers. His remarks mark a change from earlier comments where he avoided condemning the phrase, drawing fresh scrutiny as his campaign gains momentum alongside appearances with figures like Bernie Sanders.
